Part-time Accounting Clerk

Chagrin Valley Chamber of Commerce; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Chagrin Valley Chamber of Commerce is seeking a part-time accounting clerk to support the finance team and operations. The role involves handling accounts payable, data entry, bank reconciliations, and preparing ad hoc reports.

Ideal candidates will have strong Excel skills, at least three years of bookkeeping experience, and an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is preferred. This is an office-based position in Solon, Ohio with a CFO-reporting structure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP).
• At least three years of bookkeeping, accounts payable or related accounting experience.
• Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Confidentiality: handle sensitive financial information with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and prepare payments (Accounts Payable).
• Enter data and manage daily financial transactions in accounting software.
• Reconcile bank statements, ledgers, and credit card statements to resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes and generate reports.
• Maintain filing systems and handle vendor or client inquiries.

Skills

Spreadsheet skills

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s in accounting/finance preferred

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

Sage

ERP systems

Job description

Hiring a part-time accounting clerk to support the finance team and operations by managing routine financial transactions. The duties of this position include processing accounts payable, entering data, reconciling bank statements, and preparing ad hoc reports. This role requires strong spreadsheet skills, high attention to detail, and general office adaptability.

Core Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable (A/P): Process vendor invoices and prepare payments.
• Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements, ledger accounts, and credit card statements to resolve discrepancies.
• Data Entry: Accurately input daily financial transactions, expenses, and payroll data into accounting software.
• Reporting: Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes by generating financial reports.
• Administrative Duties: Maintain secure digital and physical filing systems, manage correspondence, and respond to vendor or client inquiries.

Typical Qualifications & Sk

• Education: High school diploma, though an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) and QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP systems. At least three years of bookkeeping, accounts payable or related accounting experience.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical abilities, sharp attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.
• Confidentiality: High level of integrity when handling sensitive financial information.

Environment

• Schedule: Approximately 24 hours per week, 3 days a week.
• Setting: Office-based in Solon, Ohio
• Team Dynamics: Reports to the CFO.

Pay range: $20 – $24 hr